The Associate Director of Youth Ministry partners with the Director of Youth Ministry and church staff to cultivate a Christ-centered youth ministry rooted in Love3—Love God, Love Others, and Love Self. This role focuses on building welcoming programs, nurturing authentic relationships, developing student and adult leaders, to expand the impact of the ministry, while supporting the overall mission of First United Methodist Church.

The Associate Director will make disciples by creating spaces where youth are invited, known, and supported in their faith journey, encouraged to grow in identity and confidence, and equipped to live out their faith through community, service, and fellowship. This position requires flexibility in schedule, including evenings, weekends, and occasional travel for retreats and mission experiences. This person will complete required trainings, meet the Organizational Competencies, and fulfill the Core Values of First United Methodist Church. This position reports to the Pastor to Children and Youth.